Section 268CZ — Migration Act 1958 (Cth)

Occupier entitled to be present during execution of monitoring warrant

(1) If a monitoring warrant is being executed at premises and the occupier of the premises is present, the occupier is entitled to observe the execution of the warrant.

(2) The right to observe the execution of the warrant ceases if the occupier impedes that execution.

(3) This section does not prevent the execution of the warrant in 2 or more areas of the premises at the same time.

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Related sections

s 268CW — Announcement before entry
s 268CX — Copy of monitoring warrant to be given to occupier before entry
s 268CY — Compensation for damage to electronic equipment or data
s 268CZA — Identity cards
s 268CZB — Authorised officer must produce identity card on request
s 268CZC — Officer may apply for warrants by telephone etc.

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